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Dr. Norton Fishman, MD

Dr. Norton Fishman, MD

Internal Medicine*
60+ years of experience

Dr. Norton Fishman, MD is an internist in Charlottesville, VA and has over 60 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1961. He is affiliated with medical facilities Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital and Wayne Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 103 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (103 reviews)

Practice

1405 Rolkin Ct Ste 101 Charlottesville, VA 22911

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Fishman specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Fishman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fishman

4.6
103 ratings, 22 with a written review
5 star
85%
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4 star
6%
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3 star
2%
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2 star
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1 star
7%
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This Doctor's office refused to answer some basic questions about insurance and treatment locations or availability until I completed an application requesting personal information. Very strange! None of the questions I was asking was in reference to actual care or diagnosing medical conditions, the office then sent me a nasty email saying that I should look for care elsewhere since I refused to follow their instructions. Sounds like the type of meidcal office and doctor that doesn't listen to their patients. I would caution to avoid and find care elsewhere.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
2 others found this helpful
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Jan 19, 2021
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Very knowledgeable and can explain in terms that I can understand.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Bob W – Nov 16, 2018
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Visit was helpful and informative.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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C.R.U. – Aug 23, 2018
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pleasant, informative.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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R.M.B. in Rockville, MD – Jul 14, 2018
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Excellent doctor and supporting staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Donna Brady in Rockville, MD – Apr 15, 2018
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Dr. Fishman was awesome. He gave EXCELLENT explanations about Lyme disease and its effects. My son said he is now his favorite doctor -- the highest praise I have heard lately from my 13 year old!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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S.G.A. in Rockville, MD – Apr 13, 2018
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I love Dr. Fishman. He is caring, competent and a great listener. Overall an outstanding physician.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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B.W. in Rockville, MD – Apr 09, 2018
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So excited to be able to consult Dr. Fishman after all the great things I have heard. What a great mix of expertise he has, including tick-born diseases and nutrition.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Valerie S. in Rockville, MD – Apr 07, 2018
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Very thoughtful medical history taken. The office is welcoming.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Jaylin T. in Rockville, MD – Apr 06, 2018
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It's always an uplifting and educational experience.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Betsy in Rockville, MD – Apr 05, 2018
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Dr. Fishman is such an awesome superior physician. He spends time with you, never rushes, is open to listening and answering questions. I went in thinking I only had severe allergy problems and he figured out that Lyme and Babesia are probably at the bottom of it since a Z-Pac repeatedly made them better. He is the BEST!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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N.M.B. in Rockville, MD – Mar 30, 2018
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He spoke with confidence and this assured me that he was recommending the correct approach to getting rid of Lyme.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lou B. in Rockville, MD – Nov 07, 2017
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Very satisfied. I consider Dr. Fishman as someone who helps me stay healthy. And I enjoy the visits.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jerry Silverman in Rockville, MD – Oct 08, 2017
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Dr. Fishman is very knowledgable, friendly and patient. He takes time to listen and put together a treatment plan. He starts with the simplest plan and increases necessary medications only when more is needed. Fortunately, I have not needed a great deal of medication. The best knowledge I walked away with after a great deal of blood work had been completed, was that I am very gluten intolerant and that the gluten, when removed from my diet, decreased my Lyme's symptoms and made them manageable.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Carolin847 in Rockville, MD – May 24, 2017
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Very professional, warm, compassionate, easy to talk to, knowledgeable and a pleasure to have an appointment with.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Leslie77 in Rockville, MD – Mar 23, 2017
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Good interaction, just what I was hoping for.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dana54019 in Rockville, MD – Feb 26, 2017
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Wonderful.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Hayden377 in Rockville, MD – Feb 24, 2017
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The doctor is top notch.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jordyn82 in Rockville, MD – Feb 23, 2017
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Always takes all the time necessary. Great knowledge.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dylan5679 in Rockville, MD – Feb 02, 2017
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I have been a patient of Dr. Fishman for almost 6 years, during which time he has helped me both understand and begin my recovery from Lyme disease and the co-infections that came with it. He is extremely patient in explaining the results of lab reports as well as his reasons for choosing the recommended treatments. I cannot imagine a doctor being more diligent, helpful, and intelligent about my treatment. I highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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CCL in Washington, DC – May 12, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

We view each patient as a whole person and approach diagnosis and approach diagnosis and treatment as an integrated process. We primarily treat people who have chronic, often complex conditions that have not been successfully or adequately identified...read more
  • Internal Medicine

  • Nutrition

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • May Clinic Grad School Of Med, Rochester, Mn

    Residency Hospital, 1965
  • Cook Co Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1962
  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1961
  • University Of Illinois

    Undergraduate School, 1957
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Sallie M. Ross LCSW PLC1405 Rolkin Ct Ste 101 Charlottesville, VA 22911
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital

    500 Martha Jefferson Dr
    Charlottesville, VA 22911
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Wayne Memorial Hospital

    601 Park St
    Honesdale, PA 18431
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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